§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State answering in respect of the Arts if there is any financial help he can, if necessary, consider giving to enable Manchester City art gallery to raise the full purchase price of Duccio's painting of "The Crucifixion"; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WaldegraveMy noble Friend has extended by a month the period during which an export licence is suspended, to give further time for Manchester City art gallery to raise the sum required. I understand that substantial further contributions have already been received.